Heterogeneous Catalysis, CO₂ Capture and Conversion, Adsorbents, Nanomaterials, SAF, Process Scale-up

Dr. Sukesh K. Tumram is a subject matter expert in Chemical Engineering, with a focus on heterogeneous catalysis, adsorbents, CO2 capture and conversion, high-pressure/high-temperature reactor operation, and process scale-up. He possesses extensive experience in bridging industrial research and development at HP Green R&D Centre with academic research at prestigious institutions such as IIT Bombay and IISc Bengaluru. His expertise lies in advancing novel chemical processes and material science from fundamental laboratory research to commercial scale.

His primary technical expertise includes the development of bimetallic supported catalysts for the hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) and hydroisomerization (HISO) of renewable feedstocks to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). He has designed dual-function catalyst systems, heterostructure photocatalysts for the conversion of CO2 to methanol, energy-efficient amine solvent formulations, and specialized adsorbents for the removal of industrial impurities. Beyond material synthesis, Dr. Tumram possesses practical experience in experimental data analysis and kinetic modeling using MATLAB, as well as in operating high-throughput continuous fixed-bed reactors in compliance with industrial process safety standards.

Dr. Tumram has consistently exhibited significant innovation leadership throughout his career. This is evidenced by his filing of patents, development of business cases, and leadership in the market deployment of industrial adsorbents. Additionally, he has effectively managed the scale-up of thermic fluids to the refinery level. Dr. Tumram holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from IIT Bombay, an M.E. from IISc Bengaluru, and a B.Tech. from LIT Nagpur. His academic credentials are further supported by a research publication record in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at major international conferences in India and the USA. Contact Sukesh.